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Bomb Cyclone forces closures across Parker, county

The historic Bomb Cyclone has caused several closures across Parker

The Bomb Cyclone storm hit Parker at about 9:30 a.m., bringing with it blistering wind and snow.

Courtesy Douglas County Sheriff's Office

Posted
Wednesday, March 13, 2019 11:30 am

Nick Puckett

The Bomb Cyclone moved into Parker around 9:30 a.m. March 13, bringing with it blistering wind and snow that has affected much of the Denver metro area.

Parker police officials have encouraged people to stay off the roads. The Douglas County Sheriff’s office tweeted out roads were getting worse and recommended people stay home and wait out the once-in-a-decade storm.

Other Parker offices followed suit. Among other businesses, the Parker Town Hall and Parker Fieldhouse announced early closures. Programs through Parker Parks and Recreation were cancelled for the afternoon. The county-wide “Battle of the Books” trivia contest to be hosted at the Parker Douglas County Library has been postponed to March 27.

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